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UPDATE: Streets near Kelowna hospital reopen after heavy police presence

Kelowna RCMP said there is no concern for public safety

UPDATE 1:25 p.m.

All roads have been reopened.

UPDATE 1:13 p.m.

The tactical team on scene is starting to pack up from the scene.

During the investigation, officers went into the home and flew a drone into the basement window.

It's unknown at this time if anyone was arrested. 

A few officers are going to remain on scene.

The roads should be fully reopen by 1:30 p.m.

Original

A police presence has Long Street from Glenwood Avenue to Royal Avenue near Kelowna General Hospital closed on Wednesday afternoon (Sept.18).

A tactical vehicle is at a house in the 2100-block of Long Street, close to the intersection with Royal Avenue. 

It's unknown when the police arrived at the scene or what caused the presence.

A witness at the scene told Black Press Media flash bangs were used at the house. A police dog is also on scene and officers are using a drone around the house.

Workers at a nearby construction site have been pulled away from their job site. 

RCMP have confirmed there is no concern for public safety and the presence has not affected hospital operations.

Black Press Media has a reporter at the scene.

More to come.

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